1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 168 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Because 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Villager. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Villager.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Roadmaster | Villager |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |