1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 18 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 931 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
