1996 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 121 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 121 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
