1968 DAF 44 vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1969 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1969 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1968 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, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | DAF | NSU |
| Model | 44 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
