1972 DAF 66 vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 66 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 811 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | DAF | SsangYong |
| Model | 66 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |
