1984 Hyundai Stellar vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 703 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 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Hyundai Stellar | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Stellar | GT-R |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |