2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Monza 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 39 more horse power than 1986 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Opel Monza 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 1986 Opel Monza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 1986 Opel Monza | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Sable | Monza |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |