1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint 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 108 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Sprint | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |