1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1968 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru FF-1. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru FF-1. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1968 Subaru FF-1 has manual transmission. 1968 Subaru FF-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1968 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Chairman | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
