1967 DAF 44 vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Laser weights approximately 220 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, 1990 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
