1986 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort 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 96 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 603 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Sable |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |