1971 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 36 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 986 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | DAF | Volvo |
| Model | 44 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
