1987 Audi 200 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 108 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
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 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1987 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 200 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
