1987 Audi 80 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 493 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 80 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
