2001 Mercury Villager vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Omega 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 79 more horse power than 1987 Opel Omega. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 585 kg more than 1987 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Opel Omega 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 1987 Opel Omega. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Omega. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Omega. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Omega 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 | 1987 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Villager | Omega |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
