1972 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 689 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
