1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1965 Volvo 122
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 122. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 122 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 122. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 122. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 122 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 122. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 122.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1965 Volvo 122 | |
Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
Model | Stellar | 122 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |