1980 Buick Electra vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 8 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 934 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Electra | 44 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2260 mm |
