1974 DAF 66 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1672 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | DAF | Land Rover |
| Model | 66 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
