1971 DAF 44 vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,954 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Accord weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Honda Accord (156 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1986 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
