2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota 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 92 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Century. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Century.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1981 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Sable | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |