1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 911 kg more than 1971 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1971 DAF 44 | |
Make | Buick | DAF |
Model | Riviera | 44 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |