1969 DAF 44 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | DAF | Saab |
| Model | 44 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
