1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 415 kg more than 1967 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Skylark | 44 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
