1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 90 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 69 more horse power than 1984 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 675 kg more than 1984 Saab 90. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 1984 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Villager | 90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
