2001 Mercury Villager vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 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 61 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Villager | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Villager | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3276 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
