1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 237 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1992 Ford Fairlane 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 1992 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercury Milan has manual transmission. 2008 Mercury Milan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Fairlane | Milan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |
