1969 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 723 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
