1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 619 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 90 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
