1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Hyundai Stellar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Stellar | Santana |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |