1969 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 630 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
