1982 Bitter SC vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC.
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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1982 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1982 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
| Model | SC | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1575 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 |
