1989 Buick Estate vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1989 Buick Estate is newer by 20 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 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 1130 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Estate | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Estate | 44 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
