1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 14 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 770 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 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Stellar | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
