Dark Yellow 2 vs Dark Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 18.4, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Dark Yellow is noticeably darker, more muted, cooler than Dark Yellow 2.

Can I use Dark Yellow instead of Dark Yellow 2?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 18). Dark Yellow is noticeably darker, more muted, cooler than Dark Yellow 2.

Can I use Dark Yellow 2 instead of Dark Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Yellow 2 is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.