1975 DAF 66 vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1975 DAF 66 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 514 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | DAF | Holden |
| Model | 66 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
