1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 686 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2010 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mercury |
| Model | Scirocco | Milan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2728 mm |
