1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (275 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2910 mm |
