1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 755 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 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 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Fiesta 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Fiesta Chairman H
Year Released 1994 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1118 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2910 mm


 

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