1968 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 500 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
