1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 140 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster 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, 1974 Volvo 140 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volvo |
| Model | Stellar | 140 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
