1969 DAF 44 vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1979 Renault 18 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 18 weights approximately 270 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, 1979 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
