1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Sable |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |