1975 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1995 Mercury Villager is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 845 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Villager |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
