1967 DAF 44 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 330 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 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
