1969 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 480 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, 1998 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
