1977 Honda Accord vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 685 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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 H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Accord | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
