1997 Mercury Villager vs. 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1997 Mercury Villager is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Villager weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster 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:
| 1997 Mercury Villager | 1979 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Villager | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
