1967 DAF 44 vs. 1990 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1990 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | DAF | Holden |
| Model | 44 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
