1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 945 kg more than 1967 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Riviera | 44 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
