1969 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 39 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 599 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
