1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 1971 Buick Skylark 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 1971 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1971 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1971 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Skylark | Sable |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |