1971 DAF 44 vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1975 Renault 30 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1971 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, 1975 Renault 30 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | 30 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
