1988 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 807 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Sable |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2870 mm |
