1981 Bitter SC vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC. 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 (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
Model | SC | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |