1963 DAF 600 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DAF 600 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1381 kg more than 1963 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
