1974 DAF 66 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 27 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 532 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
