1988 Eagle Summit vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Eagle Summit 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 94 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 494 kg more than 1988 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Eagle Summit | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Eagle | Mercury |
Model | Summit | Milan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2728 mm |