1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro 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 94 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. 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 1983 Austin Maestro. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Maestro | Milan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |