2001 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (210 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 240. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1987 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1987 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Chairman H | 240 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
