1972 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
