1987 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 575 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Rocky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1987 Daihatsu Rocky (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Rocky | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Rocky | Milan |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |