1983 Bitter SC vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Bitter | SsangYong |
Model | SC | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |