1977 AMC Matador vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 AMC Matador. (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1977 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 231 kg more than 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | AMC | SsangYong |
Model | Matador | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |