1987 Chrysler Conquest 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 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
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 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Conquest | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
