1973 DAF 66 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 34 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1150 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 66 | Element |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 60 L |
