2008 Mercury Milan vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Milan | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Milan | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
