2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett 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 170 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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 1973 Opel Kadett. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Milan | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
