1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 1984 Hyundai Stellar and 1984 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 194 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vauxhall 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 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
Model | Stellar | Astra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |