1969 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 27 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 397 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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
