1986 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Milan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
