1972 DAF 66 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 16 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 254 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 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 DAF 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 66 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
