1974 AMC Matador vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 40 kg more than 1974 AMC Matador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | AMC | Mercury |
Model | Matador | Milan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 66 L |