1971 Mazda 818 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 818 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 818 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
