1997 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chairman H | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
