1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2000 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 7 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Because 1966 Jaguar 420G 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 1966 Jaguar 420G. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Villager. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G 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:
1966 Jaguar 420G | 2000 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | 420G | Villager |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |