1969 DAF 44 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 485 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
