1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 23 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. Both 1984 Hyundai Stellar and 2007 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 360 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 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Stellar | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
