1971 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 24 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 325 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
