1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 632 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Vega | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Vega | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |