1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Riviera | Sable |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 645 Nm | 252 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |