2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone 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 93 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. 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 1979 Subaru Leone. 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 (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Milan | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
