1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian 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 42 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 550 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu Florian has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu Florian will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Florian | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Isuzu | SsangYong |
| Model | Florian | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
