1989 Mazda 323 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 915 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda 323 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 323 | Villager |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |