1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 745 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.
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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Sable |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 68 L |