1988 Plymouth Colt vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1988 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt. 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Plymouth Colt | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mercury |
| Model | Colt | Milan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2728 mm |
