1970 DAF 44 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 681 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
