1968 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 38 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 890 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
