2008 Mercury Milan vs. 1984 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Fronte 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 192 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1281 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Fronte. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1984 Suzuki Fronte has manual transmission. 1984 Suzuki Fronte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Milan | 1984 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Milan | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2160 mm |
