1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (40 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
