1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 630 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 1969 Mercury Marauder 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 1969 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 164 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
