1970 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 36 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (408 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 980 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (541 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | DAF | Volvo |
| Model | 44 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
