1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1987 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corsica | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
