1981 Honda Ballade vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 741 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 2010 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Ballade | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Ballade | Milan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2728 mm |