1972 DAF 66 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 15 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 560 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | DAF | Vauxhall |
| Model | 66 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
