1974 DAF 66 vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1192 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 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 DAF 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | DAF | Land Rover |
| Model | 66 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
