1987 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 263 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
