2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1976 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 NSU Ro 80 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 107 more horse power than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1976 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 622 kg more than 1976 NSU Ro 80. 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 1976 NSU Ro 80. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1976 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mercury | NSU |
| Model | Milan | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
