1975 DAF 66 vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 24 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 879 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.
Because 1975 DAF 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 DAF 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |
