1979 Matra-Simca Rancho vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 653 kg more than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho has manual transmission. 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Matra-Simca Rancho | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Mercury |
| Model | Rancho | Villager |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1441 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
