1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 226 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 1997 Mazda Levante 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. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Stellar | Levante |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2230 mm |