1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1994 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1994 Mercury Villager is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1994 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
| Model | Mangusta | Villager |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
