1986 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 1986 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler Conquest | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Conquest | Sable |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
