1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 1987 Mercury Sable
To start off, both 1987 Lincoln Continental and 1987 Mercury Sable were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Mercury Sable.
Because 1987 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 1987 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Continental | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
