1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 26 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 910 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Trans Sport | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 840 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 |
