1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 341 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | LeSabre | Milan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |