2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 153 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Milan | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
