1973 DAF 66 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 32 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), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 747 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.
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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | DAF | SsangYong |
Model | 66 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1575 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 |