1988 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 487 kg more than 1988 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 929 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
