1972 DAF 66 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 9 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 244 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.
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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 66 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
