1967 DAF 44 vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 15 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari 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, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | DAF | Pontiac |
| Model | 44 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
