1973 DAF 66 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 380 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, 1995 Honda Accord (172 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 66 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 65 L |
