1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1971 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 4 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
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 (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1971 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Hyundai | Sunbeam |
| Model | Stellar | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
