1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1993 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1993 Mercury Villager is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Villager weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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.
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1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 1993 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Caprice | Villager |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |