1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 382 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan, 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fairlane | Milan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |