1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
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 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Stellar | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
