1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 417 kg more than 1959 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 90 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
