1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | 300 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |