1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fiesta | Milan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |