2001 Mercury Villager vs. 1992 Renault 4
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 4 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 134 more horse power than 1992 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1992 Renault 4. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 4. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 4 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 | 1992 Renault 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Villager | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3276 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |