1968 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 38 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 894 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3250 mm |
