1993 Mercury Villager vs. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1993 Mercury Villager is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud would be higher. At 4,887 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 150 kg more than 1993 Mercury Villager.
Because 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud 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 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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:
| 1993 Mercury Villager | 1958 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Mercury | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Villager | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |
