1968 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 20 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 1,269 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 weights approximately 115 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, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | DAF | Suzuki |
| Model | 44 | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
