2008 Mercury Milan vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 165 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 716 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Vectra 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 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Milan | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
