1973 Honda Z vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Z | Milan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
