1968 DAF 44 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 645 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
