1971 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 845 kg more than 1971 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 44 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
