1976 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 909 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort. 2002 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Villager |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |