2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 985 kg more than 1993 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1993 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
