1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2000 Mercury Villager

To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.

Because 1965 Maserati Mistral 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 1965 Maserati Mistral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Maserati Mistral 2000 Mercury Villager
Make Maserati Mercury
Model Mistral Villager
Year Released 1965 2000
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3484 cc 3276 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 271 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2860 mm


 

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