2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1988 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Sable | Blazer |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |