1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 232 kg more than 1983 Lincoln Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lincoln Continental | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
Model | Continental | Milan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |