1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1010 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Riviera | 44 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
