2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 433 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Sable | 90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
