1969 DAF 44 vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 420 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, 1990 Toyota MR2 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
