1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | Stola | Villager |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1790 mm |
