1971 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 650 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
