1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Daimler | SsangYong |
| Model | 4.2 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |
