1999 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. 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, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1999 SsangYong Chairman H | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
Model | Chairman H | 240 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |