1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 112 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 915 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mercury Villager 1976 Toyota Corolla
Make Mercury Toyota
Model Villager Corolla
Year Released 1999 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3276 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 169 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2380 mm


 

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