1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | 560 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
