1997 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry 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 109 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. 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, 1985 Toyota Camry, 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 (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Chairman H | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2787 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
