1992 Mercury Villager vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 21 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 170 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 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Mercury | Lexus |
| Model | Villager | RX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
