1971 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 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 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1731 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | DAF | Land Rover |
| Model | 44 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
