2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Mercury | Buick |
Model | Sable | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |