1970 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 37 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), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1235 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1970 DAF 44 | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | DAF | Honda |
Model | 44 | Element |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
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 | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |