2004 Mercury Sable vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 523 kg more than 1988 TVR S2.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Sable | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Sable | S2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
