1970 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 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, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
