1970 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 600 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
