1965 Pontiac Tempest vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Pontiac Tempest. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1965 Pontiac Tempest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Tempest. 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. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1965 Pontiac Tempest has manual transmission. 1965 Pontiac Tempest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Tempest | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Tempest | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2910 mm |
