1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 15 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 320 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Samsung |
| Model | Stellar | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
