1970 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 35 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1474 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
