1976 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Villager |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |