1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 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 154 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Alfasud | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
