1997 Lexus SC vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Lexus 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, 1997 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus SC | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
Model | SC | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |