1968 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Villager weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1993 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dart | Villager |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
