1987 Mercury Sable vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1987 Mercury Sable and 1987 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Sable weights approximately 660 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
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 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sable | Nova |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
