1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 795 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 Cadillac Eldorado (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Eldorado | 44 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
