1972 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 946 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | DAF | Pontiac |
| Model | 44 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
