1971 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 982 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 44 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
