1972 DAF 44 vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 324 kg more than 1972 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, 1984 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
