1969 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 882 kg more than 1969 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2819 mm |
