2008 Mercury Milan vs. 1985 Renault 4
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1985 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1141 kg more than 1985 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 4. 2008 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1985 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1985 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Milan | 1985 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Milan | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
