1968 DAF 44 vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
