1972 DAF 44 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1972 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 44 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3110 mm |
