1969 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 36 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 905 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
