1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (92 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 645 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Blazer | 44 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
