1968 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Honda Legend
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 575 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, 1987 Honda Legend (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1987 Honda Legend | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
