1981 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 666 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercury |
| Model | SC | Milan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
