1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Camaro | Sable |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |