1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (135 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Because 1980 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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.
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1999 Mercury Sable | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Sable | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 135 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |