1969 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo 440 (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 270 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 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | DAF | Volvo |
| Model | 44 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
