1974 DAF 66 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 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 (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 687 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 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | DAF | Kia |
| Model | 66 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
