1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1984 Holden Astra
To start off, both 1984 Hyundai Stellar and 1984 Holden Astra were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Astra (70 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 145 kg more than 1984 Holden Astra.
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, 1984 Holden Astra, 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 Holden Astra (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 1984 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 1984 Hyundai Stellar has manual transmission. 1984 Hyundai Stellar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1984 Holden Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Holden |
Model | Stellar | Astra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |