1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 21 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 440 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Skylark | 44 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 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 |
