1992 Mercury Villager vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Villager weights approximately 173 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Ford Mustang 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 2011 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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.
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1992 Mercury Villager | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Villager | Mustang |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |