2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 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 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Sable | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sable | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 6965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |