1992 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 323 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 282 kg more than 1992 Mazda 323.
Because 1992 Mazda 323 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 323. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 323. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1992 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1992 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 323 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
