1967 DAF 44 vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 845 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
