1992 Mercury Villager vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Villager weights approximately 217 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Villager | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
