1970 DAF 44 vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avalon is newer by 29 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 926 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, 1999 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
