1970 DAF 44 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1970 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1255 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 |
