1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 19 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 781 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Reatta | 44 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
