1985 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Sable |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |