1976 Buick Riviera 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 Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 67 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. 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 Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Riviera | Milan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 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 | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |