1993 Mercury Villager vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1993 Mercury Villager is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Villager weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1973 Pontiac Firebird 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 1973 Pontiac Firebird. 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 | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Villager | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
