1969 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 25 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 415 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
