1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 520 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Because 1972 Dodge Challenger 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 1972 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Dodge Challenger (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Challenger | Milan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
