1985 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 825 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Croma | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
