1972 DAF 66 vs. 1996 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 24 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 800 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1996 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 66 | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
