1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity 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 92 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 476 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Celebrity | Milan |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |