2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 815 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Sable | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
