1967 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Kadett weights approximately 252 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 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 70 L |
