1986 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Because 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Milan. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Milan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
