1972 DAF 44 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 254 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
