2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 DAF 66
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 DAF 66 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 972 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Blazer | 66 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
