1973 DAF 66 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 23 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 456 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.
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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | DAF | Plymouth |
| Model | 66 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 46 L |
