2004 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf 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 498 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2004 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 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 SsangYong Chairman H | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Chairman H | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |