1985 Mazda 323 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mazda 323 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 323 | Milan |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1070 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |