1981 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Milan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
