1973 Toyota Corona vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 725 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corona | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
Model | Corona | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |