1972 DAF 66 vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1974 Skoda 110 L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. 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, 1972 DAF 66 (75 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm). This means 1972 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | DAF | Skoda |
| Model | 66 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 31 L |
