1968 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 27 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), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 380 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
