1985 Buick Estate vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1985 Buick Estate is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 1973 DAF 66 | |
Make | Buick | DAF |
Model | Estate | 66 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |