1994 Mercury Villager vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Villager 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 5 more horse power than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 870 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider 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 1995 Renault Sport Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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:
| 1994 Mercury Villager | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Villager | Sport Spider |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
