1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma 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 125 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 690 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. 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) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Croma 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:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Croma | Villager |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
