1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Monte Carlo | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |