1990 Mercury Sable vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 491 kg more than 1990 Mercury Sable.
Because 2011 Buick Park Avenue 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 2011 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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:
| 1990 Mercury Sable | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Sable | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 251 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1899 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3009 mm |
