1994 Mercury Villager vs. 1986 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1994 Mercury Villager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 444 kg more than 1986 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Blizzard 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:
| 1994 Mercury Villager | 1986 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Villager | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
