1972 AMC Matador vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 979 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | AMC | DAF |
| Model | Matador | 44 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2260 mm |
