1977 Skoda L vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda L 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 131 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 675 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Skoda L | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Skoda | Mercury |
| Model | L | Milan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
