1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 947 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 33 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |