1991 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (207 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 292 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alfa Romeo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 (289 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 164 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
