1967 DAF 44 vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 648 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 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1990 Opel Omega | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
