1968 DAF 44 vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | DAF | Land Rover |
| Model | 44 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
