1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 727 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. 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 1984 Ford Tempo. 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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Tempo | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Tempo | Milan |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |