1974 DAF 66 vs. 1989 Opel Omega
To start off, 1989 Opel Omega is newer by 15 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Opel Omega weights approximately 372 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, 1989 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1989 Opel Omega | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 66 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
