1972 DAF 66 vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 33 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 50 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, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | DAF | Vauxhall |
| Model | 66 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
