1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 687 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Sable |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
