1972 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 40 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1240 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2789 mm |
