1983 Honda Accord vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 677 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |