1968 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 40 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 425 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
