2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy, 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Premacy | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
