2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 DAF 66
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 DAF 66 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1559 kg more than 1975 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1975 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Express | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
