1969 DAF 44 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 23 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1260 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 44 | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
