1974 DAF 66 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 11 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda L (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Skoda L weights approximately 62 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, 1985 Skoda L (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | DAF | Skoda |
| Model | 66 | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
