1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 380 kg more than 1966 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1966 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Comodoro | 44 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
