2003 Mercury Sable vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 207 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1986 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1986 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercury Sable | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Sable | 9000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |