1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 61 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 304 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercury Mariner, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 90 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
