1975 DAF 66 vs. 1997 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 22 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 104 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1997 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | DAF | Marcos |
| Model | 66 | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
