2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 965 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Milan | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Milan | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |