1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 707 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Villager | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Villager | Record |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 223 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |