1967 DAF 44 vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 430 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
