1969 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Escort (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
