1992 Mercury Villager vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 20 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 866 kg more than 1992 Mercury Villager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Yukon 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 2012 GMC Yukon. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercury Villager | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mercury | GMC |
| Model | Villager | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
