1971 DAF 44 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | DAF | SsangYong |
| Model | 44 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
