2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 506 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 TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 44 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
