1968 DAF 44 vs. 1993 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Caravan is newer by 25 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 650 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, 1993 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1993 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | DAF | Dodge |
| Model | 44 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
