1972 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 787 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2604 mm |
