1971 DAF 44 vs. 1983 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 12 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 225 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, 1983 Plymouth Horizon (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1983 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | DAF | Plymouth |
| Model | 44 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
