1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1990 Nissan Micra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 18 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 334 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. 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, 1990 Nissan Micra, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Stellar | Micra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
