1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 885 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Caprice | 66 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
