1975 DAF 66 vs. 1989 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Toyota Cressida is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Cressida (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 751 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, 1989 Toyota Cressida (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1989 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
