1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 20 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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, 2004 Smart ForFour, 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 2004 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 1984 Hyundai Stellar has manual transmission. 1984 Hyundai Stellar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Hyundai | Smart |
| Model | Stellar | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
