1969 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1294 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 44 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
