2002 Mercury Villager vs. 1977 Simca 1309
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1309 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 81 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Simca 1309. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Villager | 1977 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Villager | 1309 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3274 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
