1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 DAF 66
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 628 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Corvette | 66 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 42 L |
