1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 26 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Opel Senator 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 1987 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 1987 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Sable | Senator |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |