1992 Mercury Villager vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1992 Mercury Villager is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Villager weights approximately 565 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Villager | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Villager | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
