1969 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 812 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
