1967 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 1987 Renault 21 is newer by 20 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 21 weights approximately 320 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, 1987 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
