1968 DAF 44 vs. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 15 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 885 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
