2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 99 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 393 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Sable | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
