1974 DAF 66 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 905 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 66 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
