2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1986 Audi 4000
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 4000 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 60 more horse power than 1986 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 4000.
Because 1986 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercury Milan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 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 (212 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1986 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Milan | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
