1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
| Model | Golf | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
