1969 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1988 Lada Niva is newer by 19 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Niva (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 435 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, 1988 Lada Niva (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | DAF | Lada |
| Model | 44 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2070 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
