1993 Honda Concerto vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Concerto 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 64 more horse power than 1993 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 530 kg more than 1993 Honda Concerto. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Concerto | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Concerto | Sable |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |