1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 745 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mustang | Milan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
