2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1467 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Express | 44 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2260 mm |
