1971 DAF 44 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 615 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
