1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1986 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 520 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF Daffodil | 1986 Ford Mustang | |
Make | DAF | Ford |
Model | Daffodil | Mustang |
Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |