1985 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. 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, 1985 Austin Montego (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Montego | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
