1990 Chrysler TC vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler TC (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 91 kg more than 1990 Chrysler TC.
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, 1990 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler TC | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | TC | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
