2000 Mercury Sable vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 106 kg more than 1978 Volvo 265. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volvo 265 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 1978 Volvo 265. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Sable | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Sable | 265 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |