2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 931 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Sable | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2400 mm |
