1970 DAF 44 vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 9 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1045 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | DAF | Pontiac |
| Model | 44 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
