2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1979 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Milan | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
