1968 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 20 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
