1997 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 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 69 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. 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 (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1997 SsangYong Chairman H | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
Model | Chairman H | 343 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |