1968 DAF 44 vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 1989 Renault 25 is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 25 weights approximately 390 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, 1989 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
