1969 DAF 44 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 360 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 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
