1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 164 | Sable |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |