2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Milan | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
