2009 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (275 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 305 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Chairman H | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
