1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 40 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1325 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | DAF | Hyundai |
| Model | Daffodil | Equus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 80 L |
