2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Mercury | Buick |
Model | Sable | Century |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |