2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 612 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet. 2007 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Milan | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
