1981 Audi 80 vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 11 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 435 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Audi | DAF |
| Model | 80 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
