1970 DAF 44 vs. 1992 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 22 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 470 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1992 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | DAF | Eagle |
| Model | 44 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
