1990 Eagle Talon vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Talon | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
