1966 DAF 44 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 740 (116 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 740 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | DAF | Volvo |
| Model | 44 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
