2000 Mercury Villager vs. 1979 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 965 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2000 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Villager | 1979 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Villager | Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |