2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 35 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 795 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Rainier | 44 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
