1969 DAF 44 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 7 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 945 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 44 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2960 mm |
