1990 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. 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 (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 90 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:
| 1990 Audi 90 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
