1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 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 65 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Villager | 305 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
