1971 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1971 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | DAF | Land Rover |
| Model | 44 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3230 mm |
