1968 DAF 44 vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Mercury Comet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 465 kg more than 1968 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 44 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
