1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1993 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 144 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1993 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Daewoo | GMC |
| Model | Chairman | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
