1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 841 kg more than 1971 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 LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | LeSabre | 44 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
