2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 168 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 972 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Milan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
