1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
