1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 164 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
