1989 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 740 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Milan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |