2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 662 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 TVR 420. 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1987 TVR 420 has manual transmission. 1987 TVR 420 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 | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Milan | 420 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 59 L |
