1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar

To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 428 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 1984 Hyundai Stellar
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Chevelle Stellar
Year Released 1972 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4097 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.2 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1483 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2580 mm


 

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