1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 382 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Valiant | Milan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
