2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1981 Tatra T613
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 142 kg more than 1981 Tatra T613.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Tatra T613. 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, 1981 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1981 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Mercury | Tatra |
| Model | Milan | T613 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
