1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1967 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Astro | 44 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
