1995 Mercury Villager vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1995 Mercury Villager is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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:
| 1995 Mercury Villager | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Villager | 930 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
