1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1950 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 90 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |