1974 DAF 66 vs. 1993 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 19 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 577 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 1974 DAF 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 DAF 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1993 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | DAF | Plymouth |
| Model | 66 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
