1969 DAF 44 vs. 1982 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1982 Toyota Soarer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 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, 1982 Toyota Soarer (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1982 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
