1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 949 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Catera | 44 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |
