1969 DAF 44 vs. 1975 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1975 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1969 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, 1975 Mercury Cougar (378 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1975 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 44 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
