1987 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Mercury Milan.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | G | Milan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2728 mm |
