1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1970 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 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Seville | 44 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2260 mm |
