1973 DAF 66 vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Accord weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Accord (166 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1988 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1988 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 66 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
