1987 Buick Regal vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 20 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 615 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Regal | 44 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |
