1993 Mercury Villager vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1993 Mercury Villager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. Both 1993 Mercury Villager and 1985 Nissan 300 ZX are equipped with a 2,960 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Villager weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1985 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. 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 | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Villager | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
