1969 DAF 44 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 16 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 705 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 44 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
