1964 Renault 8 vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 722 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. 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, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1964 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault 8 | 2006 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 8 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2910 mm |
