1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 29 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1183 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stellar | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2955 mm |
