1982 Mazda 323 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 323 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
