2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 83 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Sable | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
