1968 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 32 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 555 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1968 DAF 44 | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | DAF | Mercury |
Model | 44 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |