1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (275 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H.
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.
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1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Caprice | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 275 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |