2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 38 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 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 323 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 44 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
