1998 Mercury Villager vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1998 Mercury Villager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am (235 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 119 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 1990 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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:
| 1998 Mercury Villager | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Villager | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 235 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
