1974 Mazda 929 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 830 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mazda 929 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 1974 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 929 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
