1974 DAF 66 vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1975 Toyota Crown is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Crown (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 618 kg more than 1974 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, 1975 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1974 DAF 66 | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
Make | DAF | Toyota |
Model | 66 | Crown |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |