1978 Volvo 66 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 817 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 66 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Volvo | SsangYong |
| Model | 66 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
