2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120.
Because 1968 Volvo 120 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 1968 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Milan | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
