1986 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 22 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 936 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Civic | Milan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
