1969 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 38 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), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 566 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| 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 | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
