1972 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 34 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 406 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
