2008 Mercury Milan vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 656 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Milan | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Milan | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
