1971 DAF 44 vs. 1984 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 13 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 145 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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1984 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | DAF | Marcos |
| Model | 44 | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
