1985 Jeep CJ 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 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep CJ 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 136 more horse power than 1985 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 629 kg more than 1985 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep CJ. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1985 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1985 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ | Milan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
