1968 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 345 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
