1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 672 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (137 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 75 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
