1987 Mercury Sable vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, both 1987 Mercury Sable and 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Mercury Sable.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Sable | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sable | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
