2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 90 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1985 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Saab 90. 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 (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 1985 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Sable | 90 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
