1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 905 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 Venture (285 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Venture | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 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 | 285 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |
