1971 DAF 44 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 5 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 590 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
