1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1962 DAF Daffodil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DAF Daffodil. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | Daffodil | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 85 L |
