1972 DAF 66 vs. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 27 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1144 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 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1972 DAF 66 | 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | DAF | Toyota |
Model | 66 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |