2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 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 85 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Milan | 21 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
