1987 Mazda MX-6 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 Mazda MX-6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda MX-6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Mazda MX-6. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda MX-6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (257 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda MX-6 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-6 | Sable |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2182 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 257 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |