1998 Mercury Villager vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1998 Mercury Villager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Villager (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Toyota Bandeirante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Mercury Villager | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Villager | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
