1963 DAF 600 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DAF 600 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1963 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | DAF | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2950 mm |
