1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 905 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 90 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
