2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 49 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
