1986 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 18 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 403 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 100 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
