2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 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 51 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 594 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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 1986 Peugeot 505. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Milan | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
