1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick LeSabre 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 1979 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | LeSabre | Monterey |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |