1967 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1987 Mercury Lynx is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1987 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 44 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
