1967 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 700 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
