1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 615 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder 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 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 164 | Marauder |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |