1983 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 792 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Rabbit | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1713 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |