1987 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
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, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort. 2004 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Sable |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2985 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 |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
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 Length | 4090 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |