1973 DAF 66 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 267 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 DAF 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 DAF 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1973 DAF 66 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | DAF | Mercury |
Model | 66 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |