1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Sable. (260 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Newport | Sable |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
