1962 DAF 600 vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 600 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 510 kg more than 1962 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF 600 | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | DAF | Mercury |
Model | 600 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 173 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |