2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1976 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Crown 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 119 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 482 kg more than 1976 Toyota Crown. 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 Toyota Crown. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1976 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Milan | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
