2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1986 Acura Integra
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1986 Acura Integra.
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, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1986 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Sable | Integra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
