1991 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Sable |
Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2154 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |