1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 1973 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 1973 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (281 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Skylark | Sable |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
