2000 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 135 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H. (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Chairman H | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | SsangYong | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Chairman H | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
