1967 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 380 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 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1988 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | DAF | Plymouth |
| Model | 44 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
