1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 515 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1984 Hyundai Stellar has manual transmission. 1984 Hyundai Stellar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Sedan | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
