1969 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Eldorado | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Sable |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |