2000 Mercury Villager vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Villager (168 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
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) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Villager | 1984 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Villager | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2662 mm |
