1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 29 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1160 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Blazer | 44 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
