1999 Mercury Villager vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express 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 116 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 895 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 1999 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Villager | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Villager | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
