1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Villager. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 33 kg more than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1991 Ford Thunderbird 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 1991 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Thunderbird | Villager |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
