2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1977 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 825 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Florian. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1977 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Mercury | Isuzu |
| Model | Milan | Florian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
