2004 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
2004 SsangYong Chairman H | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | SsangYong | Holden |
Model | Chairman H | GTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |