1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 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 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1575 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Suburban | 44 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2260 mm |
