1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Fairlane | Sable |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
