1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 90 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |