1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 751 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 2006 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 75 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
