1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
