1963 Rover 2000 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 425 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover 2000 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 2000 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
