1974 DAF 66 vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1342 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.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 DAF 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (216 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1974 DAF 66 | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | DAF | Toyota |
Model | 66 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2990 mm |