1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 997 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Trans Sport | 44 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2260 mm |
