2008 Mercury Milan vs. 1989 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Vanette 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 135 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 402 kg more than 1989 Nissan Vanette. 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 1989 Nissan Vanette. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Vanette. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Vanette 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 | 1989 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Milan | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2080 mm |
