1986 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic 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 35 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 932 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Civic | Milan |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |