2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 960 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Milan | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
