1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
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 Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 54 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Stellar | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
