1975 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 546 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Skyline 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 1975 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercury |
| Model | Skyline | Milan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2728 mm |
