1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 831 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. 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 1982 Ford Mustang. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mustang | Milan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
