1989 Holden Camira vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Camira 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 46 more horse power than 1989 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 782 kg more than 1989 Holden Camira. 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Camira | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Camira | Milan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 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 | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
