1969 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 421 kg more than 1969 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
