1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 570 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 145 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
