1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 745 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Stellar | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2425 mm |
