1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 90 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
