1974 DAF 66 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 592 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 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | DAF | Volvo |
| Model | 66 | 780 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
