1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 637 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 818 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2910 mm |
