1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1982 Mercury LN7
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury LN7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury LN7 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1982 Mercury LN7. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercury LN7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1982 Mercury LN7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercury LN7. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercury LN7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1982 Mercury LN7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 155 | LN7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
