1971 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 38 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 438 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3110 mm |
