1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Villager. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 85 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1987 Avanti Avanti 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Avanti | Mercury |
Model | Avanti | Villager |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2860 mm |