1970 DAF 44 vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 11 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 255 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, 1981 Ford Capri (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
