1979 Buick Century vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 7 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 674 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Century | 44 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
