1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 13 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | LeSabre | Sable |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |