1967 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1967 DAF 44 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
Model | 44 | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |