1969 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mystique is newer by 31 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 487 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, 2000 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2000 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 44 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
