1967 DAF 44 vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1967 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | DAF | GMC |
| Model | 44 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
