1968 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 40 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), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 855 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| 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 | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
