2007 Mercury Milan vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona 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 78 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Because 1977 Toyota Corona 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 1977 Toyota Corona. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Milan | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Milan | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
