1977 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 552 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 160. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler 160 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
Model | 160 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1638 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |