1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 982 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Charmant | Milan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
