1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1969 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Blazer | 44 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
