1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar, 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 90 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |