1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 797 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fiesta | Sable |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |