1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 766 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Stellar | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
