1961 Dodge Polara vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Dodge Polara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Dodge Polara would be higher. At 5,907 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Dodge Polara (301 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 50 kg more than 1961 Dodge Polara.
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.
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1961 Dodge Polara | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
Model | Polara | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5907 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |