1969 DAF 44 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 585 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
