1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 955 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
