1989 Audi V8 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | V8 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
