1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 475 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
