1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 24 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 760 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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Stellar | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
