1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 86 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Taunus | Milan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2728 mm |
