1968 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 375 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
