1967 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 510 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 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
