1980 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 4,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (141 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. (135 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 23 kg more than 1980 Chevrolet El Camino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino, 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, 1980 Chevrolet El Camino (271 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet El Camino | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | El Camino | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2910 mm |
