1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 526 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 GTV6. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | GTV6 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |