1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Caterham Super 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 2010 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1991 Caterham Super 7 has manual transmission. 1991 Caterham Super 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Caterham | Mercury |
| Model | Super 7 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 66 L |
