1972 Peugeot 404 vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 404. 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. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1972 Peugeot 404 has manual transmission. 1972 Peugeot 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Peugeot 404 | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 404 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
