1970 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 42 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1035 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2789 mm |
