1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 953 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Charade | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 209 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
