2002 Mercury Villager vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Quantum 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 59 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 655 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Villager | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Villager | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3274 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
