1991 Mercury Capri vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercury Capri 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 52 more horse power than 1991 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 485 kg more than 1991 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Capri. (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercury Capri | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Sable |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
