2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie 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 81 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 950 kg more than 1983 Nissan Prairie. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Prairie 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 | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Milan | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
