1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2011 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 553 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 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 2011 Subaru Outback 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. 2011 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1984 Hyundai Stellar 2011 Subaru Outback
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Stellar Outback
Year Released 1984 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 93 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2741 mm