1973 DAF 66 vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 735 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | DAF | SsangYong |
| Model | 66 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 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 |
