1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro. 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, 1991 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Maestro | Tracer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |