2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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) has 135 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (333 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Sable | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2664 mm |
