1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1994 Mercury Villager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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.
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1985 Ford Mustang | 1994 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Villager |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |