1969 DAF 44 vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | DAF | SsangYong |
| Model | 44 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
