1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 613 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Fiesta | Sable |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
