1976 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 247 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Falcon | Milan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |