1974 DAF 66 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 38 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1922 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 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
