1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 733 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Corvette | 44 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
