2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 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 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Milan | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |