1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 184 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Stellar | 323 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
