1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Valiant | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
