2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird 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) has 201 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 821 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Sable | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
