1970 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 148 kg more than 1970 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, 1980 Ford Escort (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
