1972 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 628 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, 2009 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
