1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1992 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1992 Mercury Villager is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Villager weights approximately 43 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK IX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK IX | 1992 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | MK IX | Villager |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
