1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1962 DAF 600
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 600 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1962 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1962 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Trans Sport | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2060 mm |
