1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Colt 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 97 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 875 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 1973 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Villager | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
