2001 Mercury Villager vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 405 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Villager | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Villager | P4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
