1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 14 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Hyundai Stellar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Stellar | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
