1968 DAF 44 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 17 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 525 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | DAF | Dodge |
| Model | 44 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
