1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1012 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stellar | Viano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
