1972 DAF 66 vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1986 Lotus Excel is newer by 14 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 351 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, 1986 Lotus Excel (224 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | DAF | Lotus |
| Model | 66 | Excel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 31 L |
