1970 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 37 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1235 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
