1970 DAF 44 vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 41 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 929 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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3090 mm |
