1975 Toyota Sprinter 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 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 654 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Milan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2728 mm |
