1986 Audi 100 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 485 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
