1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 265 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1992 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-7 | Sable |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |