1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Mercury | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Tracer | 164 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |