1972 DAF 66 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, both 1972 DAF 66 and 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1972 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 66 | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3080 mm |
