1967 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 21 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 569 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | DAF | Dodge |
| Model | 44 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
