1988 Austin Montego vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego 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 140 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 736 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. 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 1988 Austin Montego. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Montego has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Montego 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:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Milan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
