2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 40 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1664 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Tahoe | 44 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
