1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1962 DAF Daffodil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DAF Daffodil. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | DAF | Suzuki |
| Model | Daffodil | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
