1972 DAF 66 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 37 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1882 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 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1972 DAF 66 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | DAF | Land Rover |
Model | 66 | Defender |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 360 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |