1989 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 40 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 692 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Accord | Milan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |