1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 194 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
