2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane

To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 1967 Mercury Park Lane
Make Daihatsu Mercury
Model YRV Park Lane
Year Released 2003 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 6722 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 602 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 103 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3130 mm


 

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