1971 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 809 kg more than 1971 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 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
