1967 DAF 44 vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 35 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 715 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 59 L |
