1972 DAF 66 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1972 DAF 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 DAF 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
