1990 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 767 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Sable |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |