2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Milan | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
