1974 DAF 66 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 377 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 66 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
