1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 305 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, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 208 | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
