1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 142 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Falcon 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 1982 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Falcon | Sable |
Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |