1978 Chrysler Newport 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 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 22 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chrysler Newport 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 1978 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Sable. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Newport | Sable |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2870 mm |