1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 890 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Cortina | Milan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |