2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry 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 116 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cherry. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Milan | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
