1968 DAF 44 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 21 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 570 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | DAF | Saab |
| Model | 44 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
