1967 Holden HR vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 635 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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 1967 Holden HR. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Holden HR | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | HR | Milan |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |