1980 Buick Estate vs. 1985 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1985 Mercury Sable is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Mercury Sable.
Because 1980 Buick Estate 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 1985 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Estate | Sable |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
