1980 Plymouth Reliant vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Reliant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Reliant would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 487 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Reliant.
Because 1998 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 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Reliant, 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.
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1980 Plymouth Reliant | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
Model | Reliant | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 209 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |