1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 18 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Seville (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 765 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, 1987 Cadillac Seville (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Seville | 44 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
