2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1982 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 826 kg more than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. 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 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. 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 (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1982 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Milan | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
