1973 Honda Life vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1973 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Life | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2910 mm |