1968 DAF 44 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 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, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
