1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara is newer by 18 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 340 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 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, 2002 Toyota Solara, 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Stellar | Solara |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |