1985 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 708 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Laser | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Laser | Milan |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2728 mm |