2000 Mercury Villager vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Mercury Villager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 53 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Villager weights approximately 645 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 2000 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1991 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1991 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Villager | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Villager | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |