1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 922 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 616 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 616 | Milan |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |