2005 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440, 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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Chairman H | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
