1977 Ford Capri vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 822 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Milan |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |