1972 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 44 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
