1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Skylark | Sable |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |