2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 875 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460. 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Milan | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Milan | 460 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |