2002 Mercury Villager vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 8 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 1980 TVR Tasmin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 2002 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1980 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1980 TVR Tasmin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Villager | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Mercury | TVR |
Model | Villager | Tasmin |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3274 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |