1969 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 18 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 685 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 44 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
