1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Spider | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
