1970 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 374 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| 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 | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
