2001 Mercury Villager vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Polo 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 130 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Polo. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Villager | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
