1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 16 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 1040 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 2000 Tata Safari 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, 2000 Tata Safari 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, 2000 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tata |
| Model | Stellar | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
