1990 Holden Barina vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 6 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 325 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Hyundai Stellar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Hyundai Stellar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Barina | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2580 mm |
