1972 DAF 44 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1038 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3246 mm |
