1970 DAF 44 vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 373 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, 1985 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
