1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 17 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 10 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 298 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
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, 2001 Opel Frogster, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Stellar | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
