1970 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 665 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 Plymouth Breeze (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | DAF | Plymouth |
| Model | 44 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
