1968 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 610 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
