1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey will offer significantly more control. 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 Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Alfasud | Monterey |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |