2002 Mercury Villager vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 825 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Villager | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
Model | Villager | 312 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3274 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |