1982 Buick Electra vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 13 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 935 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Electra | 44 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 842 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 | 755 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 |
