1981 Ford Capri vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 375 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
Because 1981 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Sable |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |