1969 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1288 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| 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 | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
