1967 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 555 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
