1970 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 735 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2578 mm |
