1972 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 1996 Lada Niva is newer by 24 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lada Niva weights approximately 454 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, 1996 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | DAF | Lada |
| Model | 44 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
